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CRUISING THE SOUTH PACIFIC (PCR2010)
A 22-Day Globus Tours tour starting from $3,209
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| Starting Price: | $3,209 |  |
| Tour Length: | 22 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Australia, New Zealand | |
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Hotels
Cairns
Rydges Esplanade Resort (F),
Alice Springs
Lasseters Hotel (F),
Ayers Rock
Desert Gardens Hotel (F),
Sydney
The Menzies Sydney (SF),
South PacifIc Cruise
Diamond Princess,
Auckland
SKYCITY Hotel (SF)
Meals
American breakfast daily (B), 11 lunches (L), and 15 dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Sydney and a farewell dinner in Cairns.
Board your transpacific flight and skip a day as you cross the International Date Line on your way Down Under for the adventure of a lifetime.
Day 2:
Board your transpacific flight and skip a day as you cross the International Date Line on your way Down Under for the adventure of a lifetime.
Day 3:
Arrival in Auckland, New Zealand. Haere Mai—welcome to New Zealand! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Day 4:
Auckland (Embarkation). This morning, sightsee in this attractive city that is known as the “City of Sails.” This afternoon, transfer to the harbor and embark your Princess cruise ship. (B,D)
Day 5:
Cruising: Tauranga. Spend the day in the port town of Tauranga on the Bay of Plenty. Choose from a list of optional shore excursions, like a day trip to geothermal Rotorua and a visit to the “Hobbiton” movie set from Lord of the Rings followed by a cruise through the spectacular Waitomo Glowworm Caves. (B,L,D)
Day 6:
Cruising: At Sea. Take advantage of the onboard activities and facilities. (B,L,D)
Day 7:
Cruising: Christchurch. Enjoy a day in the “Garden City” with its old stone buildings and the charming Avon River. Take an optional tour of the city or visit the International Antarctic Centre, which depicts life on the frozen continent. (B,L,D)
Day 8:
Cruising: Dunedin. Take in the Scottish influences and heritage in Dunedin. Choose from a list of optional shore excursions, including a sightseeing tour, a wildlife cruise to see penguins, and a ride on the scenic Taieri Gorge Railway. (B,L,D)
Day 9:
Cruising: Milford Sound, New Zealand. Today, cruise on stunning Milford Sound in FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world as you are surrounded by sheer rock walls and majestic waterfalls. (B,L,D)
Day 10:
Cruising: At Sea. Take advantage of the onboard activities and facilities. (B,L,D)
Day 11:
Cruising: At Sea. Take advantage of the onboard activities and facilities. (B,L,D)
Day 12:
Cruising: Hobart, Tasmania. Enjoy the day in “Tassie.” Perhaps take an optional shore excursion to Port Arthur, where the first convicts arrived in the 1830s, or to a local wildlife park to see famed Tasmanian Devils. (B,L,D)
Day 13:
Cruising: At Sea. Take advantage of the onboard activities and facilities. (B,L,D)
Day 14:
Cruising: Melbourne. Explore the Victorian city of Melbourne. A selection of optional shore excursions is available, including a city tour and a wildlife park where you will see koalas and kangaroos, followed by wine tasting in the Yarra Valley. (B,L,D)
Day 15:
Cruising: At Sea. Take advantage of the onboard activities and facilities. (B,L,D)
Day 16:
Sydney (Disembarkation). Your cruise ends this morning. After disembarking your ship, explore one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Sightseeing starts with a SYDNEY HARBOUR CRUISE that highlights the natural wonder of this magnificent bustling waterway. Explore the SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided tour of its amazing interior and theaters. Then, travel to Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair on the edge of the city’s BOTANICAL GARDENS for a great photo opportunity and sweeping views of the harbor, Sydney Opera House, and Harbour Bridge. Feel like a local while touring inside the world-famous BONDI SURF BATHERS’ LIFE SAVING CLUB and enjoy a lifesaving demonstration! See some of the city’s original suburbs and the historic Rocks area, home to Sydney’s original convicts. Stop at one of the country’s leading OPAL COMPANIES to discover how the beautiful gems are mined. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special welcome dinner at a waterfront restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and Harbour Bridge. (B,D)
Day 17:
Sydney. A full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you make the most of this exciting city. (B)
Day 18:
Sydney–Ayers Rock. Uluru, also called Ayers Rock, is sacred to the Aboriginal people Today, fly to “The Centre of Australia.” Travel to a popular lookout to enjoy views of the magnificent Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), a geological splendor of some 30 brilliant monoliths. There is time to take photos before returning to TOUR around the base of Uluru, learning of its significance in Aboriginal “Dreamtime” mythology. Later, visit the “Sunset Strip” for a champagne toast in the Outback as you witness the changing colors of the Rock. (B)
Day 19:
Ayers Rock–Alice Springs. For an unforgettable experience you may choose to rise early for an optional camel ride to watch the sunrise at Ayers Rock. Then, fly to Alice Springs. Here, visit the ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE and the SCHOOL OF AIR to appreciate how medical and education services are provided to those living in remote regions. Then, on to Anzac Hill, a tribute to Australia and New Zealand’s war heroes. You will also visit the historic OLD TELEGRAPH STATION to discover the history of how early settlers developed communications. This evening, enjoy a truly unique Aussie experience—an OUTBACK BARBEQUE that features a meal of typical campfire fare, fascinating tales of the Outback, and Aboriginal folklore. (B,D)
Day 20:
Alice Springs–Cairns. Today, experience an ABORIGINAL “DREAMTIME” TOUR and learn more about this important native culture from your Local Guide. Later, fly to Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. (B)
Day 21:
Cairns. Great Barrier Reef Cruise. Board a fast catamaran for a CRUISE to Green Island, one of the many tropical islands on Australia’s famous Great Barrier Reef. Here you can choose to SNORKEL, take a Glass-Bottom BOAT TOUR, or walk through the island’s cool rainforest. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. (B,D)
Day 22:
Cairns. Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
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City Highlights
Cairns:
Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities; farewell dinner
Alice Springs:
Sightseeing tour; visit the School of Air, the Old Telegraph Station, and the Royal Flying Doctor Service; Aboriginal Dreamtime Tour; Outback barbeque
Ayers Rock:
Sightseeing tour around the base of the rock; sunset toast
Sydney:
Sightseeing tour; Sydney Harbour cruise; visit the Opera House, botanical gardens, Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club, and an opal company; welcome dinner
Cruising:
12-night Princess cruise to Melbourne, Tasmania, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Christchurch, Tauranga, and Auckland
Auckland:
Sightseeing tour; services of a Local Host
All Intra-Tour Flights
Notes:Cruise itinerary provided by Princess Cruises and is most up to date at time of printing. Your travel documents will contain the most current information.Your Tour Director will not accompany you on board the cruise.
Ship
Diamond Princess
Price Details US
Pricing is based on inside cabin category J/JJ; upgrade to an outside obstructed view cabin category F/FF from $216; a balcony cabin category BB/BC from $919 or a balcony mini-suite category AB/AC from $1459.Cruise line non-commissionable fare, government taxes, and fees of or $376 are additional.Single Room Supplement: $1535Triple Room Reduction per person: $188Extra nights per person in Cairns:in single room $114; in twin room $74; in triple room $69Extra nights per person in Auckland:Jan.-Sep. in single room $128; in twin room $82; in triple room $72Oct.-Dec. in single room $132; in twin room $85; in triple room $752011 prices and itineraries are subject to change. Details will be available in August 2010.
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Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus Tours
Discount for young travelers
Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
Pay less for your second vacation
We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.
Triple room reduction
On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.
Avoid the single room supplement
We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!
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